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101 Careers in Gerontology

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This book was ok, but I expected more details than was offered. Each career/position offers a brief overview, followed by an interview of someone who holds that position, including their academic background, college majors or previous degrees held in particular areas prior to their position in the field of gerontology. If one is looking for a book that not only suggests a number of career positions, but offers some indication of approximate salary ranges, as well as, positions available to those who have recently graduated from Gerontology programs-this book does not offer the additional information. Most of the interviewees presented held MSW's prior to becoming their present gerontology-related position. There are a few that had bacculaureate degrees and associate degrees. But, out of 101, only enough to be counted on one hand, and one in particular which deals with leading volunteers. As far as those working within the population, hands-on, based on the representation of the book, these types of positions require a background in social work, with a few having psychology or business-related majors. Pro: The book does give a variety of descriptions, education and experience of positions. Con: Not encouraging to new graduates (of gerontology-related programs), who lack the experience but have the degree.

I got this book since it is required for a class I am taking beginning in January. I started looking through it when I got it in the mail and its good for giving you some ideas on what a gerontological professional could do in this field but its not comprehensive. I was a little disappointed with it but overall its just ok.